Rose Pogonia

Ease to Grow: EasyDormancy: RecommendedNative Range: Peat Bogs of Eastern and Central North AmericaZones: 3-8 (2-10) Rose Pogonia, Pogonia ophioglossoides, produces a single, rose colored flower at the top of a 1 leafed stem.  It is a simple charmer. The pink petals of the rose pogonia flower are lance-shaped and wide-spreading. The lip has dark pink with frilly edges, and a bright yellow beard. The blooms are 1+" (2cm) across and occasionally come in pairs or trios on the stem. It is a late spring bloomer.  Also known as the snakemouth orchid, the pogonia ophioglossoides plant is a bog plant that grows in open, acidic bogs with sphagnum moss. It does best in very wet conditions, and frequently grows a long stolon up from which multiple plants spring up. It is winter hardy, and should be protected from rodents during dormancy. Mulch with 4+" of pine needles in the Fall. Leave at least a 1" of needles after spring cleanup. The rhizomes can be stored in damp sphagnum at 35°F (2°C) in a r